VIDEO: JOE BROWDER HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY
Joe Browder graduated from Bridgewater College in 1966 as one of the most prolific basketball scorers and rebounders in program history.
After transferring to Bridgewater in 1962, Browder became a fixture in the Eagles lineup, starting 80 consecutive games.
He was named to the Virginia State College Division team three times and was the Eagles co-captain during his junior and senior seasons.
He finished his career with 1,381 points, averaging 17.3 points per game. He ranked No. 3 in scoring all-time at Bridgewater when he graduated and still ranks in the Top 15. He grabbed 582 rebounds to rank No. 1 on the all-time BC charts at the time of his graduation.
Upon graduation from Bridgewater, Browder received a Masonic Fellowship to study at George Washington University where he received his M.A. in business and public administration in 1968.
He served as an officer in the U.S. Navy from 1968-72. He was awarded the Vietnam Service and Campaign medals and the Naval Achievement Medal. He then enjoyed a long and successful career in the trucking industry.
Browder is involved in numerous charitable activities with a main interest focusing on the welfare of children.
In recognition of his outstanding playing career while a student-athlete at Bridgewater College and his service to his country and community, Joe Browder is deserving of induction into the Bridgewater College Athletic Hall of Fame.
